FROM HIPS TO CLIPS: THE IMPORTANCE OF ALIGNMENT FOR CYCLISTS 80–90% of the general population presents with the pelvis, spine, or both out of alignment. Cyclists are no exception, making them vulnerable to suffering needless pain - the most common problems experienced are shoulder, neck, back, hip, and knee pain....
Cycling & Alignment part 2 of 3 – BACK AND PELVIC PAIN WITH CYCLING
BACK AND PELVIC PAIN WITH CYCLING Cyclists who ride with the trunk leaning forward are likely to trigger or worsen any malalignment-related back or pelvic pain as a result of:INCREASING THE STRESS ON THE BASE OF THE NECKThe rider either constantly or intermittently bends backward at the neck in order...
Cycling & Alignment part 3 of 3 – TREATMENT: SOME THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND
TREATMENT: SOME THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND REALIGNMENT REMAINS THE ONLY DEFINITIVE TREATMENTIn someone with malalignment, toe clips, orthotics, cleat shims, a change in seating, or adjustments to the saddle, pedal, or crankshaft usually result in only some limited, if any, improvement of malalignment-related problems. They run the risk of...
Overview of alignment Part 1 of 2 – Understanding The Negative Impacts Of Pelvic Malalignment In Athletes
UNDERSTANDING THE IMPACT OF PELVIC MALALIGNMENT ON ATHLETES 80–90% of the general population presents with the pelvis, spine, or both out of alignment, making this group vulnerable to suffering needless pain and being prone to injury. Athletes are at even greater risk, and the unfavourable effects that malalignment has on...
Overview of alignment Part 2 of 2 – A Proven Approach To Treating Malalignment
A PROVEN APPROACH TO TREATING MALALIGNMENT Realignment of the pelvis is possible in most and the chances of eventually staying in alignment are increased by following a progressive treatment programme that includes: GETTING THE RIGHT HELP Your recovery program should be supervised by a qualified manual therapist: an osteopath, chiropractor,...
Athletes & Alignment part 1 of 3 – Implications For Athletes Who Are Out Of Alignment
IMPLICATIONS FOR ATHLETES WHO ARE OUT OF ALIGNMENT Back pain and a variety of other musculoskeletal complaints and injuries are more likely to occur if an athlete is out of alignment, which is the case in over 80%. This blog takes a closer look at the detrimental effects of malalignment...
Athletes & Alignment Part 2 of 3 – Effects Of Vertebral Rotational Displacement
EFFECTS OF VERTEBRAL ROTATIONAL DISPLACEMENT Minimal rotational displacement of a vertebra relative to the one above and below or, in the case of the lowest lumbar vertebra (L5), to the sacrum that it sits on (Fig. 13) can come about with a force being applied to the vertebra directly or...
Athletes & Alignment part 3 of 3 – Clinical Implications Of Problems With Balance And Recovery
CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS OF PROBLEMS WITH BALANCE AND RECOVERY Impaired balance and recovery are just another manifestation of how the changes caused by malalignment can interfere with everyday activities and sports. The following are some of the ways they can present a problem in certain sports. SPORTS INVOLVING JUMPS AND DISMOUNTS...